Dog Friendly Holidays Dorset
Dorset is one of the most beautiful holiday destinations in the UK for furry friends all year round. The Jurassic Coast, Durdle Door, Poole Harbour and the South West Coast path make Dorset the perfect dog-friendly adventure. Explore our idyllic selection of pet-friendly hotels and cottages to find the perfect holiday for you and your four-legged friend.
Weymouth, EnglandWelcome to Violet Bay, this stunning fisherman’s cottage located a short walk from the famous golden sand beach of Weymouth is the perfect place for the family to stay and enjoy their holiday in Weymouth. This recently refurbished property has been completed to a high standard with furniture to match. Entering the property you will notice the living room with the electric log burner, Smart TV, comfy sofa, and a single sofa bed. The dining room is at the rear of the property where there is bench seating for up to six guests, French doors open on to the rear garden which is the perfect place to enjoy a morning coffee or an evening under the stars.
The kitchen is well equipped with electric oven, microwave-oven, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher, and coffee machine. Upstairs both bedrooms sleep 2 with bedroom one with a King size bed and bedrooms two with a twin bed with a zip-link mattress. The bathroom is at the rear of the property where a small step takes you down in a bathroom with shower over bath, toilet, basin, and Heated towel rail. Outside you will also find the utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. There is also an outside toilet. A short walk from violet bay you will be welcomed to the beautiful sites of Weymouth harbour, this once famous fishing harbour is now home to many pleasure boats, small ferries, and many water sport activities for you all to enjoy.
If you are looking for a relaxing day down at the water’s edge you will find plenty of local bars, restaurants, and takeaways to enjoy all day and night. The Weymouth Beach which is positioned in the heart of The World-Famous Jurassic Coast is the perfect bay to enjoy a swim or time with a book on the beach. For the walkers among us, The Jurassic Coastline has plenty of trail walks, make sure you take in the sites of Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove, you do not want to forget the camera for this trip.
Closer to the property, Portland is a 10-minute drive, which is home of the 2012 Olympic Sailing Academy, Chesil beach, the renowned Portland Bill Lighthouse plus many more. The market town of Dorchester is approx. 20-minute drive, here you will find local markets, museums, restaurants, and bars. Further afield you can take a trip to the Historic Tank Museum or have a day roaming around Monkey World.£70From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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West Lulworth, England
5.00Welcome to Cuckoo Nod Cottage. This wonderful, semi-detached thatched cottage is in Coombe Keynes, which is less than 3 miles from the well-known Dorset Jurassic coastline. Upon entering the property, you are greeted by a very welcoming dining room with a beamed ceiling and connected directly to a lovely open plan kitchen with a fantastic, homely feel. Relax and unwind in the very comfy sofas after a long day exploring the Jurassic Coastline. The property has access onto a private and very beautiful cottage garden where you can relax and enjoy nature at its finest. Listen to the birds, enjoy the fresh country air and make plans for the rest of your holiday.
For the walkers and wildlife lovers amongst us, the Jurassic coastline offers miles of stunning walks to places such as Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove and Studland Bay. Further afield, you can visit Poole Harbour, The Blue Pool, historic Wareham and the second largest natural harbour in the world, a day out at the Tank Museum and a day enjoying Monkey World. There is so much to do and explore.
Back at the property, relax in the courtyard garden, gaze up at the stars and enjoy a glass of your favourite tipple whilst discussing your next adventures.£154From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Puncknowle, England 4.00These delightful holiday cottages are set in the peaceful conservation village of Puncknowle, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Jurassic Coast is just 1½ miles away with superb scenic walking. Each cottage is finished to a high standard offering very comfortable holiday accommodation and is set in the same smart courtyard area as the owners’ homes. The ‘chocolate-box’ village of Burton Bradstock is 3 miles with a good small beach. Abbotsbury, along the coast, has its famous swannery and sub-tropical garden. Further east is the Victorian seaside town of Weymouth, with Blue Flag beach, sea fishing, windsurfing, Sealife Centre and two RSPB nature reserves. Monkey World and the Tank Museum near Wool are great places for a family day out. Dorchester, the county town also known as Thomas Hardy’s ‘Casterbridge’ is 30 minutes’ drive and has a lively weekly market and beautiful Maiden Castle. To the west is the market town of Bridport which was Thomas Hardy’s ‘Port Bredy’ and has the twice weekly market as featured in the popular TV programme River Cottage. The picturesque harbours of West Bay are a great place for fishing. Lyme Regis is an attractive seaside resort which enjoys a dramatic setting with high cliffs, landslips and handsome harbour, known as The Cobb. Both Lyme Regis and Charmouth are renowned for their prehistoric fossils which are displayed in the local museum and on sale in the fossil shops. Local pub serving good food 250 yards.£68From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Winterbourne Steepleton, England 5.00In the village of Winterbourne Steepleton, only 3 miles from Dorchester with its many attractions, and within easy driving of the famous Chesil Beach and World Heritage Jurassic Coast, this detached holiday cottage is delightfully situated to explore West Dorset. Superb scenic coastal walking from West Bay, Bridport to Portland and Weymouth, and many family venues such as Monkey World, Tank Museum, Sea Life Museum and Deep Sea Adventure to enjoy. Shop ¾ mile, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.£51From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Burton Bradstock, England 5.00Comfortable bungalow in Burton Bradstock. Short drive to Bridport and West Bay. Ideal for the keen walkers and ramblers alike.£82From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Weymouth, EnglandStylish fisherman’s cottage just a few minutes’ walk from Old Harbour in Weymouth. Beach 1 mile. Harbour, shop and pub 5 min. Welcomes one dog. Poole 33 miles.£81From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Christchurch, EnglandFreshly decorated bungalow in the Dorset town of Highcliffe. En-suite. Dog-friendly. Beach 3 minute walk.£65From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Weymouth, EnglandA wonderful stone cottage set in Langton Herring within the beautiful county of Dorset. Close to the coast. Open fire. Pet friendly. Weymouth 5.7 miles; Isle of Portland 9.6 miles; Dorchester 10 miles.£84From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Swanage, EnglandA semi-detached holiday home resting in the attractive coastal town of Swanage in Dorset. Pet-friendly. Contemporary interior. Beachfront. Studland 3.7 miles; Poole 20.8 miles; Dorchester 25.9 miles.£87From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Weymouth, EnglandThis homely holiday cottage rests in Wyke Regis in Weymouth in Dorset. Pet-friendly. Nearby beach. Ideal for families. Isle of Portland 4.7 miles; Dorchester 9.4 miles; Bridport 18 miles.£90From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
